Naroor - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Naroor is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Naroor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naroor is 029579. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.9 hectares and falls under the 144405 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Naroor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naroor
As per Census 2011, Naroor village has a total population of 2,846 people, consisting of 1,446 males and 1,400 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,233 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naroor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,846 | 1,446 | 1,400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 120 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,140 | 581 | 559 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,213 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 233 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Naroor
Naroor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanda Naroor | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Panchhat | East | 1.22 km |
| Tanda Bhagana | West | 1.91 km |
| Randhirgarh | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Jalwehra | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Bhagana | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Balrampur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Nasirabad | South | 2.83 km |
| Rampur Khalian | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Thandal | South-East | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naroor
Public transport in the Naroor is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kulthamabdullashah Halt, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Naroor is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naroor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naroor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Naroor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naroor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Naroor
Where is Naroor located?
Naroor village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naroor?
Naroor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naroor?
The pincode of Naroor is 144405.
What is the population of Naroor?
Naroor has a total population of 2,846, including 1,446 males and 1,400 females.
How many households are there in Naroor?
There are 624 households in Naroor.
What is the literacy rate in Naroor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroor is 78.46%. Male literacy is 83.89% and female literacy is 72.86%.